Lolit Solis Praises Marcos’ Calm Response to Death Threats
LOLIT SOLIS – The entertainment columnist shared her thoughts on Instagram regarding the alleged death threats made by Vice President Sara Duterte against President Bongbong Marcos, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and Speaker Martin Romualdez during a late-night press conference.
She pointed out how unusual it is for such threats to be directed at a sitting president, mentioning that the issue attracted not only local but also international attention. Solis praised President Marcos for his calm and gentlemanly response, noting that he simply smiled when asked about the matter. She admired his cool attitude, describing it as a trait of a good leader who remains composed in challenging situations.
Solis also recognized the difficulties President Marcos faced, including the visible tiredness on his face, which she said shows his dedication. She expressed her respect for his team members, like Undersecretary Honey Rose, who remain calm and professional despite facing harsh and sometimes unreasonable criticism from the public.
She stressed the importance of supporting the country’s leader and trusting his decisions for the good of the nation. Solis encouraged everyone to unite behind President Marcos and have faith in his ability to lead the country toward progress. In the end, Solis showed her full support for the president, encouraging him to continue leading with confidence.
Meanwhile, the conflict between Vice President Sara Duterte and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. began when Duterte’s chief aide, Zuleika Lopez, was detained by the House of Representatives for allegedly misusing public funds, which led to chaotic clashes between Duterte and House officials. Amid this, Duterte made threatening remarks, claiming she spoke to someone about plotting to kill the Marcos family.
Marcos responded by emphasizing the importance of upholding the rule of law and criticized Duterte for diverting attention from legitimate government inquiries. This public rift, rooted in political and legal disputes, followed Duterte’s resignation from Marcos’ Cabinet, effectively ending their alliance.